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Carolina Moon: East of the Sun

Caroline Lynn (aka Carlolina Moon) is a talented, young Britishjazz vocalist who broke onto the UK scene in the early '90's. She is at once contemporary and classic; a true artist in every sense of the word. 'East of the Sun' is her first NZ release, having married superb Kiwi saxophonist Roger Manins, whom she met in Australia. Other bandmates on the album include pianist Kevin Field, guitarist Nigel Gavin, bassist Oliver Holland, drummer Chris O'Connor, and the inimitable Herschal on accordion. The album is a classy mix of bossa novas, ballads, swing tunes, and lovely, lilting, authentic French chanson. The playing is tasteful, understated, never getting in the way of her gorgeous voice; but at the same time, the leader lets her musicians take flight when appropriate, and carry wave after wave of sumptuous jazz. The album was produced and mastered by Steve Garden, recorded at The Lab by Olly Harmer, and at Garden's own studio. All tracks are notable for crystal-clear production which brings Moon's vocals to the fore, while everything else is clearly audible, from the lightest tinkle of Field's piano keys to the shimmer of O'Connor's cymbals and chimes. If you appreciate a charming, well-balanced jazz album 'East of the Sun' is for you. www.moonmusik.com

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